Portable Room Venting System and Method of Venting a Room

ABSTRACT

A portable room venting system and method of venting a room is set up in a room and positioned to seal against at least one exhaust in the ceiling and wall to vent smoke and odors. The venting system provides a telescoping frame that extends from the ground to the ceiling. The ribs articulate in relation to the telescopic leg, extending normal from the telescopic leg and retracting parallel with the telescopic leg. An elongate conduit panel fabricated from a resilient panel covers the collapsible frame, expanding and retracting with the ribs. The conduit panel is in sealed communication with at least one exhaust outlet that forms in the ceiling and/or in the sidewall, so as to vent smoke and odors from the room. The conduit panel carries the smoke to exhausts through a passageway, and out through apertures that form on the side and terminus of the conduit panel.

CROSS REFERENCE OF RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims the benefits of U.S. provisional application No. 62/546,880, filed Aug. 17, 2017 and entitled PORTABLE SMOKE VENTING CHAMBER ASSEMBLY MOUNTABLE TO A CEILING AND A SIDEWALL EXHAUST, which provisional application is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to a portable room venting system and method of venting a room. More so, a venting system provides a telescoping frame that extends from the ground to the ceiling, and a resilient conduit that covers the frame, and is in sealed communication with at least one exhaust outlet that forms in the ceiling and/or in the sidewall, so as to vent smoke and odors from the room.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The following background information may present examples of specific aspects of the prior art (e.g., without limitation, approaches, facts, or common wisdom) that, while expected to be helpful to further educate the reader as to additional aspects of the prior art, is not to be construed as limiting the present invention, or any embodiments thereof, to anything stated or implied therein or inferred thereupon.

It is known in the art that the mere presence of smoke, regardless of the inhabitant's awareness of it, is dangerous. Smoke causes property damage, it is difficult to see through and obviously creates breathing problems making evacuation from a smoke filled environment difficult. The health effects of primary and secondary smoke include allergies, asthma, emphysema, and increased incidence of lung cancer. Furthermore, there is growing evidence that non-smokers have shown decreased general health in the presence of secondary smoke.

Typically, modifications to existing public buildings and facilities, or out-of-doors, to create designated smoking areas that effectively contain and filter tobacco smoke for large numbers of people are difficult and expensive. In all known facilities, such designated smoking areas segregate the population physically into rooms containing either smokers or nonsmokers and do not allow the two groups to commingle in a common area.

Generally, in many indoor environments, air flow from the exterior is limited and the interior air is often recirculated. This is especially true if it is desirable to isolate/insulate the occupants from the exterior environment. This can be problematic when smoke, due to smokers or cooking equipment is trapped in a room.

Other proposals have involved smoke venting systems. The problem with these venting systems is that they are not portable. Also, they do not have vents to both the ceiling and wall exhausts. Even though the above cited venting systems meets some of the needs of the market, a portable room venting system and method of venting a room that provides a telescoping frame that extends from the ground to the ceiling, and a resilient conduit that covers the frame, and is in sealed communication with at least one exhaust outlet that forms in the ceiling and/or in the sidewall, so as to vent smoke and odors from the room is still desired.

SUMMARY

Illustrative embodiments of the disclosure are generally directed to a portable room venting system and method of venting a room. The venting system and method is a portable unit that can be set up in a room, chamber, or other enclosure, and positioned to seal against at least one exhaust in the ceiling and/or wall to vent smoke and odors. The venting system provides a telescoping frame that extends from the ground to the ceiling, and a resilient conduit that covers the frame, and is in sealed communication with at least one exhaust outlet that forms in the ceiling and/or in the sidewall, so as to vent smoke and odors from the room.

One aspect of the portable room venting system, comprises:

-   -   a collapsible frame comprising a telescopic leg and a plurality         of ribs, the telescopic leg axially extending and retracting,         the ribs articulating in relation to the telescopic leg,     -   whereby the ribs extend normal from the extending telescopic         leg,     -   whereby the ribs retract parallel to the retracting telescopic         leg;     -   an elongate conduit panel, the conduit panel being defined by a         base end and an oppositely disposed exhaust end forming a         terminal aperture, a sidewall forming at least one side         aperture, and a passageway, the conduit panel at least partially         covering the length of the frame,     -   whereby the conduit panel expands with the normal positioned         ribs, and collapses with the parallel positioned ribs;     -   a side flap disposed at the sidewall of the conduit panel, the         side flap being at least partially detachable from the sidewall,         whereby detaching a portion of the side flap enables access to         the passageway of the conduit panel; and     -   multiple panel fasteners, the panel fasteners being detachably         attachable to the exhaust end of the conduit panel and the side         flap.

In another aspect, the base end of the conduit is oriented towards a ground surface.

In another aspect, the exhaust end of the conduit is oriented towards at least one exhaust.

In another aspect, the at least one exhaust comprises a ceiling exhaust formed in a ceiling and a wall exhaust formed in a wall.

In another aspect, the panel fasteners are affixed to the ceiling, proximally to the ceiling exhaust.

In another aspect, the panel fasteners seal the exhaust end of the conduit to the ceiling exhaust.

In another aspect, the panel fasteners seal the sidewall of the conduit to the wall exhaust.

In another aspect, the panel fasteners are hooks.

In another aspect, the telescopic leg is spring loaded.

In another aspect, the telescopic leg comprises an upper spring and a lower spring.

In another aspect, the telescopic leg comprises a runner configured to extend and retract the telescopic leg.

In another aspect, the telescopic leg comprises a central ball spring configured to release the telescopic leg to retract and extend.

In another aspect, the ribs form an arc shape.

In another aspect, the conduit panel is resilient.

In another aspect, the conduit panel comprises a nylon material.

In another aspect, the conduit panel has a tubular shape

One objective of the present invention is to vent smoke and odors from exhausts in the ceiling and wall, through use of a portable room venting system.

Another objective is to provide a portable vent that a smoker can enter to smoke, and the generated smoke and smell is vented to a ceiling exhaust and a wall exhaust.

Another objective is to provide a frame that easily collapses and expands for portability with a spring-loaded mechanism.

Another objective is to provide a lightweight frame and conduit panel, so as to facilitate carrying the system from room to room.

Another objective is to provide a fasteners that secure the exhaust end of the conduit panel to the ceiling, so as to create a seal therebetween.

Another objective is to enable two smokers to smoke simultaneously inside the conduit.

Another objective is to provide a conduit panel that is sufficiently resilient to compact for stowage.

Another objective is to provide an inexpensive to manufacture the portable smoke venting chamber system mountable to a ceiling and wall exhaust.

Other systems, devices, methods, features, and advantages will be or become apparent to one with skill in the art upon examination of the following drawings and detailed description. It is intended that all such additional systems, methods, features, and advantages be included within this description, be within the scope of the present disclosure, and be protected by the accompanying claims and drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The invention will now be described, by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

FIG. 1 illustrates a sectioned side view of an exemplary portable smoke venting chamber system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of the portable smoke venting chamber system shown in FIG. 1 mounted to a ceiling exhaust, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 3 illustrates a side view of the portable smoke venting chamber system shown in FIG. 1 mounted to a wall exhaust, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; and

FIG. 4 illustrates a flowchart of an exemplary method of venting a room with a portable room venting system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the various views of the drawings.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The following detailed description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the described embodiments or the application and uses of the described embodiments. As used herein, the word “exemplary” or “illustrative” means “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any implementation described herein as “exemplary” or “illustrative” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other implementations. All of the implementations described below are exemplary implementations provided to enable persons skilled in the art to make or use the embodiments of the disclosure and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure, which is defined by the claims. For purposes of description herein, the terms “first,” “second,” “left,” “rear,” “right,” “front,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” and derivatives thereof shall relate to the invention as oriented in FIG. 1. Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any expressed or implied theory presented in the preceding technical field, background, brief summary or the following detailed description. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the attached drawings, and described in the following specification, are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting, unless the claims expressly state otherwise.

At the outset, it should be clearly understood that like reference numerals are intended to identify the same structural elements, portions, or surfaces consistently throughout the several drawing figures, as may be further described or explained by the entire written specification of which this detailed description is an integral part. The drawings are intended to be read together with the specification and are to be construed as a portion of the entire “written description” of this invention as required by 35 U.S.C. § 112.

In one embodiment of the present invention presented in FIGS. 1-4, a portable room venting system and method of venting a room provides a portable unit that can easily be set up in a room, chamber, or other enclosure, and positioned to seal against at least one exhaust in the ceiling and/or wall to vent smoke and odors. The venting system provides a telescoping frame that extends from the ground to the ceiling, and a resilient conduit that covers the frame, and is in sealed communication with at least one exhaust outlet that forms in the ceiling and/or in the sidewall, so as to vent smoke and odors from the room

The portable room venting system, hereafter “system”, is configured to allow a smoker to easily set up and enter a portable conduit panel 108 that forms a sealed communication with a ceiling exhaust 202, or a wall exhaust 206, or both. Once inside the sealed off conduit panel 108, the smoker can smoke, so that the generated smoke and smell is contained within the conduit panel 108 and sucked out through a ceiling exhaust 202 formed in the ceiling 200 and the wall exhaust 206. The system 100 is especially effective for setting up in multiple indoor areas of a building to carry smoke out through ceiling and wall exhausts, and inhibiting passive smoke from spreading to an adjacent area.

The portable smoke venting chamber system 100, hereafter “system 100”, provides an extendable and retractable frame 102 that supports a resilient conduit panel 108. The frame 102 supports the conduit panel 108 to extend upwardly from a ground surface, coupling into communication with a ceiling exhaust 202 that forms in the ceiling 200, or a wall exhaust 206 that forms in the wall 204. In this manner, the smell and the smoke generated from tobacco or other smoke causing means is vented through the ceiling and wall exhausts, so as to enable the smoker to retain smoke within the confines of the conduit panel 108, while preventing passive smoke from spreading to an adjacent area.

As FIG. 1 illustrates, the system 100 includes a collapsible frame comprising a telescopic leg and a plurality of ribs. The frame 102 comprises a telescopic leg that axially extends and retracts. The ribs articulate in relation to the telescopic leg, and may be spring-loaded to axially extend and retract. The ribs 106 a-b that operate in coordination with the leg 104. The ribs 106 a-b articulate in relation to the telescopic leg 104. In one embodiment, the ribs 106 a-b extend normal from the extending telescopic leg 104, and retract parallel with the retracting telescopic leg 104.

The system 100 also provides an elongate conduit panel 108 that is fabricated from a resilient material. The conduit panel 108 at least partially covers the length of the frame 102. The conduit panel 108 expands and retracts in conjunction with the ribs 106 a-b. The conduit panel 108 is defined by a base end 112 a that is oriented towards a ground surface 130 and an exhaust end 112 b extending to the ceiling 200 and along the length of the wall 204. The exhaust end 112 b forms a terminal aperture 126 that enables passage to the ceiling exhaust. The conduit panel 108 is also defined by a sidewall 124 forming at least one side aperture 110, and a passageway 128 that carries the smoke to the respective exhaust.

In some embodiments, a side flap 114 forms in the conduit panel 108. The side flap 114 may be removed to open the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 into communication with the passageway in the conduit panel 108 and a wall exhaust 206. In this manner, detaching a portion of the side flap 114 enables access to the passageway 128 of the conduit panel 108. And the wall exhaust 206, or the ceiling exhaust 202, or both may suck smoke that is generated by the smoker from the base end 112 a to the exhaust end 112 b of the tubular structure.

Multiple panel fasteners 116 a-b on the ceiling 200 detachably attach the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108. The panel fasteners 116 a-b also attach the flap to the wall, so that the side aperture is in communication with the wall aperture. This creates a seal between the ceiling 200 and the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108. Further, the conduit panel 108 and frame 102 are portable, so as to enable the smoker to move the system 100 to multiple areas for smoking. This can be useful in a house, such as in a bathroom or enclosed area.

FIG. 1 references the portable smoke venting chamber system 100 mountable to a ceiling and wall exhaust. In one embodiment, the system 100 comprises a collapsible frame 102 that is elongated and sized to axially extend from the ground surface to the ceiling 200. The frame 102 is generally lightweight to enable facilitated portability and stowage. Suitable materials for the frame may include, without limitation, aluminum, steel, wood, and a rigid polymer.

In some embodiments, the frame 102 may include a telescopic leg 104 that axially extend sand retracts. The leg 104 is spring loaded to bias towards an extended position. The telescopic leg 104 may be spring loaded, similar to an umbrella configuration known in the art. The frame 102 further comprises a plurality of ribs 106 a-b that articulate in conjunction with the leg 104 to expand laterally for operation, and retract in a parallel relationship for stowage.

In one embodiment, the telescopic leg 104 is spring loaded and comprises spring components, such as an upper spring 118 a and a lower spring 118 b. The upper and lower springs 118 a-b bias the leg 104 to an extended position, and must therefore be locked in the retracted positon and released to extend by depressing the upper spring 118 a. The leg 104 may also include a runner 120 configured to extend and retract the telescopic leg 104. The runner 120 may form a disc-shaped surface for extending the leg 104, as needed. The telescopic leg 104 may also include a central ball spring 122 configured to apply a spring tension onto the leg 104 for extending the telescopic leg 104.

The ribs 106 a-b articulate in relation to the telescopic leg 104. In one embodiment, the ribs 106 a-b form an arc shape and are flexible. The ribs 106 a-b extend normal from the telescopic leg 104 when the leg 104 is extending. This outward articulation of the ribs enables the frame 102 to laterally expand. Also, this normal extended position is for operation of the system 100. Conversely, the ribs 106 a-b retract parallel to the leg 104 when the leg 104 is retracting. This parallel extracted position minimizes the size of the frame 102, and is useful for stowage.

In some embodiments, the system 100 comprises an elongate conduit panel 108 that is defined by a resilient panel. The conduit panel 108 may include any resilient material, such as a nylon or polymer. The conduit panel 108 fully covers the collapsible frame 102, so that no smoke can escape to an adjacent area. The conduit panel 108 is sufficiently resilient to expand with the extending ribs 106 a-b, and collapse with the normal ribs 106 a-b.

As shown in FIG. 1, the conduit panel 108 is defined by a base end 112 a that orients towards a ground surface. The conduit panel 108 is further defined by an exhaust end 112 b that extends to the ceiling. The exhaust end 112 b is configured to seal against the ceiling, fully covering a ceiling exhaust forming in a ceiling. The exhaust end 112 b also has a removable side flap 114 that forms a seal against a wall exhaust forming in a sidewall.

Turning now to FIG. 2, the system 100 provides multiple panel fasteners 116 a-b that affix to the ceiling, in an arrangement that is proximal to the ceiling exhaust. The panel fasteners 116 a-b are configured to detachably attach to the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 and the flap from the sidewall of the conduit panel 108. In this manner, fastening the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 to the ceiling forms a seal between the conduit panel 108 and the ceiling exhaust. In one embodiment, the panel fasteners 116 a-b are hooks. Though any type of fastening mechanism known in the art may be used.

As shown in FIG. 3, a side flap 114 extends from the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108. The side flap 114 provides a lateral outlet for the smoke, whereas the terminus of the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 is an opening that is in communication with the ceiling exhaust. The side flap 114 is detachable, or at least foldable away from the conduit panel 108. In this manner, aligning the side flap 114 with the wall exhaust and detaching the side flap 114 from the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 causes the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 to be in communication with the wall exhaust. The edge of the side flap 114 may have a button to fasten to the conduit panel 108.

In an alternative embodiment, the system 100 comprises multiple sidewall fasteners affixed to the wall 204, and generally proximal to the wall exhaust 206. Similar to the ceiling fastener 116 a-b, the sidewall fasteners are detachably attachable to the side flap 114 in the conduit panel 108. In this manner, fastening the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 at the opening formed by detaching the side flap 114 forms a seal between the conduit panel 108 and the wall exhaust.

However it is significant to note that a seal between the opening formed by removing the side flap 114 and the wall exhaust 206 can be formed simply by attaching the conduit panel 108 to the panel fasteners 116 a-b and pressing the sides of the conduit panel 108 against the wall 204. The sidewall fasteners serve simply to reinforce the seal between the conduit panel 108 and the ceiling 200 and wall 204.

On exemplary embodiment of the system 100 forms a folding collapsible tent like structure that allows tobacco smoke flow through to the exhaust vent on the ceiling that is commonly found in bathrooms. This helps reduce second hand smoke from spreading throughout the room or the home. The conduit panel 108 forms a tent-like structure that is wide enough to encompass the ceiling or wall exhausts, or at least enough of the exhausts that when a fan is working a vacuum or air stream is created, causing the smoke to be drawn out of the smoking area and to the outdoors through an exhaust pipe.

Looking again at FIG. 1, the system 100 is operational by carrying to a room and. hanging from a pre-installed hook or fastener. The conduit panel 108 butts up against the ceiling to create a seal, which further contributes to the vacuum effect. The smoker expands the frame 102 and hangs the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 on a hook from the ceiling. The smoker then steps into the smoking area chamber formed in the conduit and smokes the tobacco product. The smoke that is exhaled by the smoker or that comes from the burning tobacco is sucked into the exhaust and through the exhaust pipe to the outdoors.

When the exhaust is located in the wall 204, the smoker can easily open or remove the side flap 114 and then hang the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 from the ceiling fastener 116 a-b on the ceiling. The terminal opening that forms at the exhaust end 112 b of the conduit panel 108 butts up against the ceiling to create a seal. The side aperture in the conduit panel 108 formed by removing the side flap 114 is positioned to encompass the wall exhaust 206 and to create an additional seal with the wall 204. Consequently, the smoke that is exhaled by the smoker or that comes from the burning tobacco is sucked into the ceiling and wall exhausts 202, 206, and through an exhaust pipe to the outdoors.

FIG. 4 illustrates a flowchart of an exemplary method 400 of venting a room with a portable room venting system. The method 400 may include an initial Step 402 of carrying a collapsible frame into a room the collapsible frame comprising a telescopic leg and a plurality of ribs, the telescopic leg axially extending and retracting. The method 400 may further comprise a Step 404 of at least partially covering the frame with a conduit panel, the conduit panel being defined by a base end and an oppositely disposed exhaust end forming a terminal aperture, a sidewall forming at least one side aperture, and a passageway.

In some embodiments, a Step 406 includes orienting the exhaust end of the conduit panel towards a ceiling exhaust. A Step 408 comprises aligning the sidewall of the conduit panel with a wall exhaust. A Step 410 includes at least partially detaching a flap from the sidewall of the conduit panel, whereby an opening forms between the passageway of the conduit and the wall sidewall. In some embodiments, a Step 412 may include fastening the exhaust end of the conduit panel to the ceiling exhaust with multiple panel fasteners. A Step 414 comprises fastening the flap of the conduit panel to the wall exhaust with the multiple panel fasteners. A final Step 416 includes venting smoke generated in the passageway of the conduit panel through the ceiling exhaust and the wall exhaust.

Although the process-flow diagrams show a specific order of executing the process steps, the order of executing the steps may be changed relative to the order shown in certain embodiments. Also, two or more blocks shown in succession may be executed concurrently or with partial concurrence in some embodiments. Certain steps may also be omitted from the process-flow diagrams for the sake of brevity. In some embodiments, some or all the process steps shown in the process-flow diagrams can be combined into a single process.

Since many modifications, variations, and changes in detail can be made to the described preferred embodiments of the invention, it is intended that all matters in the foregoing description and shown in the accompanying drawings be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense. Thus, the scope of the invention should be determined by the appended claims and their legal equivalence. 

What I claim is:
 1. A portable room venting system, the system comprising: a collapsible frame comprising a telescopic leg and a plurality of ribs, the telescopic leg axially extending and retracting, the ribs articulating in relation to the telescopic leg, whereby the ribs extend normal from the extending telescopic leg, whereby the ribs retract parallel to the retracting telescopic leg; an elongate conduit panel, the conduit panel being defined by a base end and an oppositely disposed exhaust end forming a terminal aperture, a sidewall forming at least one side aperture, and a passageway, the conduit panel at least partially covering the length of the frame, whereby the conduit panel expands with the normal positioned ribs, and collapses with the parallel positioned ribs; a side flap disposed at the sidewall of the conduit panel, the side flap being at least partially detachable from the sidewall, whereby detaching a portion of the side flap enables access to the passageway of the conduit panel; and multiple panel fasteners, the panel fasteners being detachably attachable to the exhaust end of the conduit panel and the side flap.
 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the base end of the conduit is oriented towards a ground surface.
 3. The system of claim 2, wherein the exhaust end of the conduit is oriented towards at least one exhaust.
 4. The system of claim 3, wherein the at least one exhaust comprises a ceiling exhaust formed in a ceiling and a wall exhaust formed in a wall.
 5. The system of claim 4, wherein the panel fasteners are affixed to the ceiling, proximally to the ceiling exhaust.
 6. The system of claim 5, wherein the panel fasteners seal the exhaust end of the conduit to the ceiling exhaust.
 7. The system of claim 6, wherein the panel fasteners seal the sidewall of the conduit to the wall exhaust.
 8. The system of claim 1, wherein the panel fasteners are hooks.
 9. The system of claim 1, wherein the telescopic leg is spring loaded.
 10. The system of claim 9, wherein the telescopic leg comprises an upper spring and a lower spring.
 11. The system of claim 10, wherein the telescopic leg comprises a runner configured to extend and retract the telescopic leg.
 12. The system of claim 11, wherein the telescopic leg comprises a central ball spring configured to release the telescopic leg to retract and extend.
 13. The system of claim 1, wherein the ribs form an arc shape.
 14. The system of claim 1, wherein the conduit panel is resilient.
 15. The system of claim 1, wherein the conduit panel comprises a nylon material.
 16. The system of claim 1, wherein the conduit panel has a tubular shape.
 17. A portable room venting system, the system consisting of: a spring-loaded collapsible frame comprising a telescopic leg and a plurality of ribs, the telescopic leg axially extending and retracting, the ribs articulating in relation to the telescopic leg, whereby the ribs extend normal from the extending telescopic leg, whereby the ribs retract parallel to the retracting telescopic leg; an elongate conduit panel, the conduit panel being defined by a base end and an oppositely disposed exhaust end forming a terminal aperture, a sidewall forming at least one side aperture, and a passageway, the conduit panel at least partially covering the length of the frame, the base end of the conduit being oriented towards a ground surface, the exhaust end of the conduit being oriented towards at least one exhaust, whereby the conduit panel expands with the normal positioned ribs, and collapses with the parallel positioned ribs; a side flap disposed at the sidewall of the conduit panel, the side flap being at least partially detachable from the sidewall, whereby detaching a portion of the side flap enables access to the passageway of the conduit panel; and multiple panel fasteners, the panel fasteners being detachably attachable to the exhaust end of the conduit panel and the side flap.
 18. The system of claim 17, wherein the at least one exhaust comprises a ceiling exhaust formed in a ceiling and a wall exhaust formed in a wall.
 19. The system of claim 18, wherein the panel fasteners are affixed to the ceiling, proximally to the ceiling exhaust, and wherein the panel fasteners seal the exhaust end of the conduit to the ceiling exhaust.
 20. A method of venting a room with a portable room venting system, the method comprising: carrying a collapsible frame into a room the collapsible frame comprising a telescopic leg and a plurality of ribs, the telescopic leg axially extending and retracting; at least partially covering the frame with a conduit panel, the conduit panel being defined by a base end and an oppositely disposed exhaust end forming a terminal aperture, a sidewall forming at least one side aperture, and a passageway; orienting the exhaust end of the conduit panel towards a ceiling exhaust; aligning the sidewall of the conduit panel with a wall exhaust; at least partially detaching a flap from the sidewall of the conduit panel, whereby an opening forms between the passageway of the conduit and the wall sidewall; fastening the exhaust end of the conduit panel to the ceiling exhaust with multiple panel fasteners; fastening the flap of the conduit panel to the wall exhaust with the multiple panel fasteners; and venting smoke generated in the passageway of the conduit panel through the ceiling exhaust and the wall exhaust. 